From Incarceration to Empowerment: Daquan Peters' Journey of Redemption (pt.1)

Daquan Peters is the visionary Founder of LEX V-(Lived Experience Voices), a dynamic consulting company that collaborates with non-profits, stakeholders, and decision-makers to address the detrimental effects of the criminal legal system and advocate for social justice.
At 32, Daquan Peters faced a daunting reality: a 262-month (22-year) prison sentence for possession of crack cocaine. This sentence felt like a life term for him, marking his fourth time behind bars. Daquan had been in and out of prison since the tender age of 17. During this pivotal moment, he firmly decided: "This has to be the last straw."
During his time in prison, Daquan immersed himself in learning the intricacies of the law and closely followed legislative bills and their origins. He realized that his path to rehabilitation lay within his own hands; no one could help him more than he could help himself. Empowered by his newfound knowledge of the law and a deep understanding of his identity, Daquan successfully advocated for a time reduction. As a result of his determination and legal understanding, he was released from prison in September 2019.
Daquan's journey is a testament to the transformative power of self-belief, education, and resilience. His personal experience fuels his passion for addressing the flaws in the criminal legal system and advocating for social justice, making him a dedicated and inspiring advocate in the pursuit of positive change.